What is another word for raffishly?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈafɪʃli] (IPA)

Raffishly is a word that describes something or someone in a disreputable, unconventional or careless way. Synonyms for raffishly include shabbily, unconventionally, scruffily, rakishly, unconformity, and slovenly. Each of these synonyms highlight the unconventional nature of something raffish in a profoundly different way, depending on the context it is used. Raffishly could be used to describe some characteristics of a rascally rogue or a carefree artist. In literature, this word is used to create interesting descriptions that are used to set a tone, or establish a mood, either through dialogue or character description.

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Usage examples for Raffishly

Her mop of iron-grey hair was parted, on the side like a man's, raffishly, and she made as if to plunge her fork into it, as she used to do with the knitting-needle, but refrained.
"'Twixt Land & Sea"
Joseph Conrad

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